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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Almaty Airport to Urumqi Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $492. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Urumqi.$473 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Mar, returning Mon, 30 Mar.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound direct flight with China Southern departs from Almaty on Thu, 26 Mar, arriving in Urumqi.Inbound direct flight with China Southern departs from Urumqi on Mon, 30 Mar, arriving in Almaty.Price includes taxes and charges.From $473, select.

Urumqi.$490 per passenger.Departing Sun, 18 Oct, returning Thu, 29 Oct.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound direct flight with China Southern departs from Almaty on Sun, 18 Oct, arriving in Urumqi.Inbound direct flight with China Southern departs from Urumqi on Thu, 29 Oct, arriving in Almaty.Price includes taxes and charges.From $490, select.

Urumqi.$492 per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Apr, returning Tue, 7 Apr.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound direct flight with China Southern departs from Almaty on Thu, 2 Apr, arriving in Urumqi.Inbound direct flight with China Southern departs from Urumqi on Tue, 7 Apr, arriving in Almaty.Price includes taxes and charges.From $492, select.

Urumqi.$494 per passenger.Departing Thu, 14 May, returning Wed, 27 May.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound direct flight with China Southern departs from Almaty on Thu, 14 May, arriving in Urumqi.Inbound direct flight with China Southern departs from Urumqi on Wed, 27 May, arriving in Almaty.Price includes taxes and charges.From $494, select.

Urumqi.$497 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Sep, returning Mon, 21 Sep.Return flight with Air Astana.Outbound direct flight with Air Astana departs from Almaty on Fri, 11 Sep, arriving in Urumqi.Inbound direct flight with Air Astana departs from Urumqi on Mon, 21 Sep, arriving in Almaty.Price includes taxes and charges.From $497, select.

Urumqi.$504 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 May, returning Sun, 7 Jun.Return flight with Scat Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scat Airlines, departs from Almaty on Sat, 30 May, arriving in Urumqi.Inbound indirect flight with Scat Airlines, departs from Urumqi on Sun, 7 Jun, arriving in Almaty.Price includes taxes and charges.From $504, select.

Urumqi.$506 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Jun, returning Tue, 23 Jun.Return flight with Air Astana.Outbound direct flight with Air Astana departs from Almaty on Thu, 18 Jun, arriving in Urumqi.Inbound direct flight with Air Astana departs from Urumqi on Tue, 23 Jun, arriving in Almaty.Price includes taxes and charges.From $506, select.

Urumqi.$508 per passenger.Departing Sun, 5 Jul, returning Thu, 9 Jul.Return flight with Air Astana.Outbound direct flight with Air Astana departs from Almaty on Sun, 5 Jul, arriving in Urumqi.Inbound direct flight with Air Astana departs from Urumqi on Thu, 9 Jul, arriving in Almaty.Price includes taxes and charges.From $508, select.

Urumqi.$513 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Mar, returning Wed, 1 Apr.Return flight with Air Astana.Outbound direct flight with Air Astana departs from Almaty on Thu, 26 Mar, arriving in Urumqi.Inbound direct flight with Air Astana departs from Urumqi on Wed, 1 Apr, arriving in Almaty.Price includes taxes and charges.From $513, select.

Urumqi.$513 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 May, returning Mon, 1 Jun.Return flight with Air Astana.Outbound direct flight with Air Astana departs from Almaty on Sat, 30 May, arriving in Urumqi.Inbound direct flight with Air Astana departs from Urumqi on Mon, 1 Jun, arriving in Almaty.Price includes taxes and charges.From $513, select.

Urumqi.$522 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Nov, returning Thu, 5 Nov.Return flight with Air Astana.Outbound direct flight with Air Astana departs from Almaty on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in Urumqi.Inbound direct flight with Air Astana departs from Urumqi on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in Almaty.Price includes taxes and charges.From $522, select.

Urumqi.$526 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Apr, returning Sun, 3 May.Return flight with Air Astana.Outbound direct flight with Air Astana departs from Almaty on Thu, 30 Apr, arriving in Urumqi.Inbound direct flight with Air Astana departs from Urumqi on Sun, 3 May, arriving in Almaty.Price includes taxes and charges.From $526, select.

Urumqi.$533 per passenger.Departing Fri, 31 Jul, returning Sat, 15 Aug.Return flight with Air Astana.Outbound direct flight with Air Astana departs from Almaty on Fri, 31 Jul, arriving in Urumqi.Inbound direct flight with Air Astana departs from Urumqi on Sat, 15 Aug, arriving in Almaty.Price includes taxes and charges.From $533, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Almaty to Urumqi

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Cheapest flight found	$473
Cheapest month to fly	March
Average flight time	1 hr, 44 mins
Most popular airline	China Southern
Average flights per week	21

Finding cheap flights from Almaty to Urumqi: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Almaty to Urumqi?

The best price we found for a return flight from Almaty to Urumqi is $473. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Almaty to Urumqi?

1 hour and 44 minutes is the average flight time from Almaty to Urumqi.

Which airlines fly direct from Almaty to Urumqi?

China Southern and Air Astana fly direct from Almaty to Urumqi.

How many flights are there a week from Almaty to Urumqi?

As of March 2026, there are 21 flights per week flying from Almaty to Urumqi.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Almaty to Urumqi?

The cheapest month to fly from Almaty to Urumqi is usually March.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Almaty Airport to Urumqi Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Almaty Airport to Urumqi Airport on Thursday, 26 March 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Almaty Airport to Urumqi Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 44 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Urumqi?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Urumqi but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Urumqi?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Urumqi is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Almaty Airport to Urumqi with?

Currently, China Southern offers the cheapest flight tickets to Urumqi.

Travelling from Almaty Airport (ALA) to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC): what you need to know

Around 1 hour 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Almaty Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport.
The timezone in Urumqi is UTC+8, which is two hours ahead of Almaty.
Each week, there are 15 Almaty Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport flights. To jet off early, select the 06:40 Air Astana flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 20:50 with China Southern Airlines.
Your ALA to URC flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Travelling to Urumqi (and then seeing more of China!) is a breeze with China Southern Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Almaty Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is China Southern Airlines.
The most punctual carrier that offers ALA to URC flights is China Southern Airlines. Its services arrive without delay 69.77% of the time.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Almaty Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between ALA and URC include:
- Manas International Airport
- Tashkent International Airport
- Daxing International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Almaty Airport (ALA) to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC)

The lowest price we've found for a one-way Almaty Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport flight is $246. A round-trip ticket right now is $473. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap tickets from ALA to URC, book your journey six months ahead of your departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Almaty Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport. If you're looking to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from ALA to URC by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Almaty Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport.

Handy information about Almaty Airport (ALA)

Of the flights that depart from Almaty Airport, 61.23% land on schedule at their destination.
To get to Almaty Airport from central Almaty, it'll take around 35 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near ALA. Whether you've booked an early flight from Almaty Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:

Arriving at Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC)

If you're arriving on a late Almaty Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near URC:

Getting from Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC) to central Urumqi

URC is located at Airport Expressway Entrance & Wuchang Hwy.
From Urumqi Diwopu International Airport, Urumqi is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.

When to fly to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC)

It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Almaty Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Urumqi. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Urumqi is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your flights from Almaty Airport to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from ALA to URC in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -21ºC and 0ºC on average.

Explore more of China

Shihezi is just one of the many places in China waiting to be discovered after you've seen Urumqi. Around 137 kilometres away to the north-west, popular attractions include 幸福路步行街, Manasihe and 游憩广场.
Karamay is another favourite destination in China and is around 290 kilometres north-west of Urumqi. No journey is complete without experiencing 铁马广场, Yelin Peninsula and 人民广场.